About this role
This is an exciting time for us as we look to evolve and enhance our SEND and Inclusion provision for our students. We are committed to delivering an inclusive, ambitious education where every student is supported to thrive. Our approach is rooted in early intervention, high-quality mainstream provision and a consistent, joined-up response to meeting the needs of students with SEND. As part of this commitment, we are developing four on-site Inclusion bases designed to strengthen our capacity to support a diverse range of needs within a mainstream setting. These bases will provide targeted, evidence-informed support through an adapted and responsive curriculum, working alongside excellent classroom teaching. This model reflects our alignment with Ofsted’s focus on effective identification, curriculum adaptation and inclusive practice, ensuring that all pupils can remain engaged in learning, make meaningful progress and achieve positive outcomes.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated, organised and compassionate SEND Attendance, Data & AOP Lead to join our dedicated SEND team. This is a pivotal role for us, supporting the development and delivery of high-quality provision for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a particular focus on SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and attendance/engagement.
Working closely with the SENDCo, Assistant SENDCo and wider pastoral teams, you will play a key role in improving outcomes for vulnerable learners by delivering targeted interventions, supporting families, and ensuring provision is effectively monitored and impactful.
What makes us special
Our staff team believe passionately in the power of education to transform lives. We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience that we can; an experience that supports, challenges and inspires our students to achieve their potential and develop into well rounded, kind, resilient and responsible young people, who have a deep love of learning and a curiosity about the world in which they live.
We’re looking for someone who:
Has experience working with young people with SEND, particularly SEMH needs
Is confident delivering interventions and supporting emotionally vulnerable students
Has strong organisational and data management skills
Can build effective relationships with students, families and professionals
Is resilient, adaptable and committed to inclusive practice.
Can contribute to the effective running of the school through flexible and collaborative working
Experience with Provision Map, EBSNA & SEMH strategies, and alternative offsite provisions will equip you well for this role.
We offer:
A role where your work makes a meaningful impact on students’ lives
A role in a school with a strong commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing.
A supportive and forward-thinking SEND team.
Competitive package with generous career average pension scheme with employer contributions of c 17%*
A term time only contract working 39 weeks per year
Ongoing professional development.
*employer contribution rates set by the Local Government Pension Scheme
How to apply
Please do take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included on the following pages. To apply please complete our application form and take the opportunity to share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description. To learn more about the school please visit our website by clicking here.
Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role further or arrange for a tour of the school please contact Kate Ochiltree [email protected].
The closing date for applications is Monday 3rd August at 9.00am. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via my new term or at [email protected].
Interviews will be arranged once applications have been shortlisted.
We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references that are satisfactory to our Trust. All posts in our Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Policies:
Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
Data Protection Policy
Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy
Recruitment Selection Disclosure Policy